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HF08 UDE

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

44,832 mi
Last recorded44,832 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 UDE
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 44,832 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively when raised off ground (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 24 Jan 2026 44,832 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 43,728 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 39,294 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 39,294 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

indicators repeater not flashing

Fail 17 Aug 2022 39,294 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

indicators repeater not flashing

Pass 6 Feb 2021 31,903 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2021 31,903 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls From Control 1 (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 22,830 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 May 2019 22,731 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 May 2018 19,904 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 17,665 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 17,665 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 16,931 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 12,917 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 12,917 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R125?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 3,376 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,821
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,376
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 437
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 370
reflector on motorcycle missing 282
Drive chain excessively loose 263
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 230
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HF08 UDE is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 13,350 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF08 UDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HF08 UDE is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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